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"Autumn Footprints" the Amber Valley Walking Festival - 9-24 September
The Autumn Footprints Walking Festival offers a great choice of 18 guided walks from 9th - 24th September 2023. Sixteen days of enjoyable walks and informative talks with something for everybody of all abilities.
Set in picturesque Derbyshire, the festival takes place in an area known for its natural beauty and superb scenery. Popular with both novice and experience walkers wanting to enjoy the beautiful... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 14 Sep 2023 16:00 by Jackie Clements
Reminder - footpath between Snake Lane/Duffield Meadows School closed from 28 Aug - 1 Sept
Please be aware the footpath between Duffield Meadows School and Snake Lane Weir (Footpath 11) will be closed from Monday 28th August 2023 - Friday 1st September 2023 for some essential maintenance and improvement works to be undertaken. The pathway becomes extremely narrow, muddy and difficult to use during the winter months and so the aim of this project is to widen the footpath, cut back shrubs... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 24 Aug 2023 14:50 by Jackie Clements
Your Council Your Voice 2023: Derbyshire County Council short summer survey is chance to win £100
In order to better understand the views of residents and communities throughout Derbyshire, Derbyshire County Council have created a short survey to run alongside their annual 'Your Council Your Voice' consultation which runs each autumn to gather residents' views about council services. The aim of the survey is to collect residents' overall views and perceptions of the council in order to track progress... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 10 Aug 2023 16:12 by Jackie Clements
Enjoy free Sunday morning bus rides this summer thanks to Derbyshire County Council
Derbyshire County Council are offering "Enjoy Sunday Fun-Days" with FREE travel on most buses in Derbyshire every Sunday morning this summer.
The free journeys run from the first Sunday service until midday and are running for the next three Sundays until 27 August.
The operators taking part are:
- trentbarton - except night buses
- Stagecoach Yorkshire, Stagecoach East Midlands and Stagecoach Manchester
- High... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 10 Aug 2023 16:04 by Jackie Clements
Duffield Scarecrow Trail - register your Scarecrow now!
It's almost time for the 2023 Duffield Scarecrow Trail!
Organised by the Duffield Arts Festival committee, this year's Trail will be the seventh to be held in the village, and the Committee is hoping even more people will consider taking part again this September.
The theme for 2023 is Myths, Legends, and Fairy Tales, and the Trail will run from Wednesday 13th September to Sunday 17th September.
You can... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 27 Jul 2023 15:17 by Jackie Clements
Parish Council office opening hours
Please be aware that due to staff working remotely or taking annual leave during August and early September, the office at the Cemetery will not be open to the public as usual. Usual office hours (Monday - Wednesday 10:30 - 2:30pm) will resume from 11 September.
Should you wish to arrange a face-to-face meeting during this time, please contact the Clerk to make an appointment. Thank you.
Posted: Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:57 by Jackie Clements
Tony Woodings 1940-2023
Duffield Parish Council was deeply saddened to learn that former Councillor Tony Woodings had passed away earlier this month at the age of 82.
Tony was elected to the Parish Council in the early 2000s and served as a Parish Councillor until the 2019 Elections. He was elected Chairman in 2006 and again in 2008 and also served on various Committees.
Our thoughts are with his wife Brenda and family.
Posted: Thu, 20 Jul 2023 15:06 by Jackie Clements
Notice of Footpath Closure (Duffield Meadows/Snake Lane) - Aug 2023
The footpath between Duffield Meadows School and Snake Lane weir (Footpath 11) will be closed from 28th August 2023 - 1st September 2023 for some maintenance and improvement works to be undertaken. The pathway becomes extremely narrow, muddy and difficult to use during the winter months and so the aim of this project is to widen the footpath, cut back shrubs and bushes and make safe any potential areas... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 20 Jul 2023 12:14 by Jackie Clements
Reminder - Parish Councillor vacancy - apply by 9th June
Reminder: As a result of insufficient nominations for the election on 4th May 2023, a vacancy exists for a Parish Councillor, to be filled by co-option by the Parish Council at Full Council Meeting on 21st June 2023, with the term of office to run until May 2027.
If you are interested in serving as a Parish Councillor please visit the Parish Council website Vacancies page for full details of the co-option... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 06 Jun 2023 16:38 by Jackie Clements
Food options available at Robin Hood outdoor theatre, 25th June
Don't miss Robin Hood, our exciting outdoor theatre production at Eyes Meadow on 25 June.
Not only will there be an epic show to enjoy from the renowned Illyria Theatre Group in their third performance at the Meadow, the production will be supported by food suppliers including Gorgeous Gourmet Grub for hot food, Karen's Ices icecream van, Cafe2U for coffee and other hot and cold drinks, and Lisa Turner's... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 01 Jun 2023 15:34 by Jackie Clements
